Chef

Grace Kennett Foundation is currently looking for a skilled and passionate Chef to join our Eatery team and oversee the daily kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a background in creating nutritious, hygienic, and well-balanced meals. This role presents a fantastic chance for a talented individual to be a part of our dynamic and expanding organization. As the Chef, you will be in charge of meal planning, preparation, cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards to guarantee timely and high-quality meal service for our customers. Responsibilities include planning and preparing daily menus tailored to meet the nutritional needs and dietary restrictions of our customers and patients. Maintaining impeccable standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen cleanliness is paramount. You will also be responsible for monitoring food inventory, placing orders as necessary, storing ingredients and cooked food properly, avoiding food wastage, and implementing cost-effective cooking practices. Keeping the kitchen equipment in optimal working condition and liaising with a nutritional consultant for special dietary requirements will also be part of your duties. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary that will be determined based on your skills and experience. We are looking for candidates who possess a certificate or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or Catering. Knowledge of South Indian cuisine along with a basic understanding of continental or North Indian dishes is preferred. Understanding of nutrition, hygiene, and food safety practices is essential. The ability to efficiently manage time and kitchen staff, basic computer literacy, proficiency in following instructions in Tamil or English, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the capacity to work independently and as part of a team are key requirements. Flexibility to work varied hours is also necessary. Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in catering, and prior experience in a healthcare setting would be advantageous. If you are a dedicated and experienced chef who takes pride in crafting healthy and delicious meals with care and responsibility, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity by submitting your resume.,